Building the Future, Restoring the Past
Building the Future, Restoring the Past
BLAKE’S
DEVELOPMENTS
BLAKE’S DEVELOPMENTS
New Builds
Renovations
HMO Developments
New Builds • Renovations • HMO Developments
A Complete, Hassle-Free Approach to Property Development
At Blakes Developments, we provide a complete, turnkey service that takes your project from initial idea through to final handover.
Whether you’re a homeowner, landlord or investor, we manage every stage—planning, design, construction and delivery—so you don’t have to coordinate multiple contractors or chase progress.
With over 30 years of combined experience, our focus is simple: deliver well-planned, high-quality projects that stand the test of time.
Choosing the right development partner can make all the difference to the success of your project. At Blakes Developments, we combine decades of hands-on experience with a practical, results-driven approach, delivering projects that are carefully planned, professionally managed and built to the highest standards.
Meet the Team
At Blakes Developments, we provide a complete, turnkey service that takes your project from initial idea through to final handover.
Whether you’re a homeowner, landlord or investor, we manage every stage—planning, design, construction and delivery—so you don’t have to coordinate multiple contractors or chase progress.
With over 30 years of experience, our focus is simple: deliver well-planned, high-quality projects that stand the test of time.
Why Choose Us
Choosing the right development partner can make all the difference to the success of your project. At Blakes Developments, we combine decades of hands-on experience with a practical, results-driven approach, delivering projects that are carefully planned, professionally managed and built to the highest standards.
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Investor-focused Approach
We design and build with long-term value, rental performance and usability in mind.
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Consistent Communication
Regular updates, clear timelines and photo progress reports.
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Clear, Transparent Pricing
Fixed costs agreed upfront, with no hidden surprises.
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End-to-end project management
One experienced team overseeing your entire project from concept to completion.
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Quality Work That’s Built to Last
High standards, quality materials and attention to detail ensure every project stands the test of time.
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A Proven Track Record
Decades of combined knowledge across residential, commercial and investment projects.
Portfolio
From neglected plots to fully transformed homes and high-yield investment properties, our work is built around quality, practicality and long-term results. Each project reflects a careful approach to planning, design and construction, ensuring every detail contributes to a space that works in the real world.
Whether it’s unlocking the potential of underused land, reconfiguring outdated properties, or delivering investment-focused developments, our focus is always on creating spaces that are functional, durable and built to perform over time.
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New Builds
Turning underused land into well-planned, modern homes through careful design, strategic planning, and high-quality construction that adds long-term value.
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Complete Renovations & Transformations
A full back-to-brick transformation of existing properties, reconfiguring layouts and upgrading every element to create modern, functional homes with improved flow and long-term value.
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HMO Conversions
Transforming traditional residential properties into high-quality, compliant HMOs designed to maximise space, improve functionality, and deliver strong rental performance.
What Clients Are Saying About Us
We’ve worked with Darren and the team for several years, delivering countless developments together – from large scale commercial projects to day-to-day property maintenance across our portfolio. The quality is consistently high, the communication is reliable, and there is genuinely nothing they can’t turn their hand to. They’re not just contractors we hire; they’re people we trust.
James Roberts – Director, EweMove
Darren has provided a consistently great service for us over the past few years. His attention to detail and high-end workmanship are exceptional. Most importantly, his ability to solve unforeseen challenges has saved us considerable time and money on a number of occasions. I would not hesitate to recommend him!
Reuben Welsh – Director, My Build Pro
Blake's Developments have completely transformed our property across multiple phases of work - and we genuinely couldn't recommend them more highly.
This is a company you can genuinely trust to deliver - we wouldn't look elsewhere. With their help, the rundown house we bought became a very comfortable home.
Mr & Mrs Bowles, Aston on Trent
Frequently Asked Questions
We understand that starting a property project comes with a lot of questions. Whether you're planning a new build, renovation, or investment project, it’s important to have a clear understanding of the process from the outset.
Here are some of the most common queries we receive, covering how we work, what to expect, timelines, and how we manage projects from initial concept through to final completion.
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We provide a complete, turnkey property development service, managing projects from initial concept through to final completion. This includes new builds, full renovations, HMO conversions, extensions and investment-led developments.
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Yes. We handle every stage of the process, including planning, design, project management and construction. You’ll have one point of contact throughout, making the process straightforward and stress-free.
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We typically work across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire and surrounding areas.
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Yes, we regularly work with landlords and investors to deliver high-performing properties. This includes HMO conversions and developments designed to maximise rental income and long-term value.
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Absolutely. We focus on practical design, efficient use of space and high-quality finishes to increase both the usability and overall value of a property.
We're Here to Help Bring Your Vision to Life
Get in Touch
Whether you're planning a new build, renovation, or investment project, we’re here to help. Get in touch to discuss your ideas and we’ll guide you through the next steps with clear, straightforward advice.
07584324733
Blakes Developments & Estates LTD • Lyndhurst, 1 Cranmer Street, Long Eaton, Nottingham, NG10 1NJ • REG: - 11663278 • VAT: - 388702557